It breaks our hearts to hear stories on the news of vulnerable older adults who have suffered mistreatment and abuse, and maybe it seems like …Read More
Category: Family Caregiving
Disaster Preparedness Tips to Help Seniors in Case of an Emergency
September 27, 2019
Tornadoes, hurricanes, earthquakes, and other natural disasters arise quickly, and though it is essential for all of us to have an emergency plan in place, …Read More
The MAP Approach to Alzheimer’s Therapy: Music, Art, and Pets
August 16, 2019
As with many aspects of life, just a little resourcefulness goes a long way with regards to providing care for a senior with Alzheimer’s disease. …Read More
Keep Elders’ Joints Healthy With These Exercises
May 8, 2019
Did you know that for each pound of weight we lose, we reduce four pounds of force from our knees, and as many as six …Read More
Tips for a Stress-Free Holiday with Seniors
December 18, 2018
When it comes to celebrating the holidays, society’s message to us is that the bigger, brighter, flashier and costlier the experience, the better. Yet for …Read More
Family Caregivers: Give Yourself the Gift of Respite Care
December 5, 2018
While highly rewarding and fulfilling, providing care for a senior loved one also includes a variety of challenges that can lead to serious health risks …Read More
Just Say Yes: How to Talk to a Senior Loved One About Home Care
November 8, 2018
There are some things we tend to take for granted, until there’s a possibility of losing them. At the top of that list is the …Read More
Dealing With Family Caregiving Stress? Keep Calm and Care On!
October 17, 2018
Stress and caregiving often go hand in hand. Devoting your life to meeting the needs of a senior loved one can be challenging, especially when …Read More
Help! Sibling Rivalry Is Getting in the Way of Our Ability to Provide Senior Care!
October 11, 2018
In thinking back on the years spent with your siblings, you can likely recall a number of wonderful memories: holidays spent together, childhood games you …Read More
Find Peace and Release Caregiver Guilt
September 28, 2018
If there’s one thing every caregiver can relate to, it’s guilt. No matter how much time and energy we invest in caring for a senior …Read More